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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1985CHEVY VAN G20, 6.2 C, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)SUSPENSIONWHEEL ALIGNMENTWHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURESADJUSTMENTTOE-IN
1985 Chevrolet Chevy Van G20, 6.2 C, Standard
Wheel Alignment Specifications & Procedures: Adjustment: Toe-In
1985 Chevrolet Chevy Van G20, 6.2 C, StandardSECTION Toe-In
NOTE:
Toe-in can be increased or decreased by turning the threaded sleeve to change the length of the tie rods. When tie rods are mounting ahead of the steering knuckle, they must be decreased in length in order to increase toe-in.
- Determine toe-in and adjust as necessary. Inspect tie rod adjuster sleeve clamp bolts and nuts for rust. If in good condition, loosen nuts and bolts. If excessively rusted, measure nut removal torque after breakaway. If more than 7 ft. lbs. (9 N.m), replace nut(s) and bolt(s).
- Apply penetrating oil to adjuster sleeve and clamps, then rotate sleeve until free on tie rods. Center steering wheel and lock in position with steering wheel holder.
- With clamp bolts and nuts of each adjusting sleeve loose, turn adjuster sleeves to obtain proper toe-in adjustment. After adjustment, check that the number of threads showing on each end of sleeve are equal (within 3 threads) and tie rod end housings are at right angles to steering arm.
- Position clamps with bolt centerlines horizontal (within 60° of each other). Ensure adjuster sleeve slot is not within clamp jaws. With clamps between and clear of dimples, tighten clamp bolts and nuts.
- Clamp ends may touch when nuts are tightened to specification but gap adjacent to adjuster sleeve must not be less than .0050" (.127 mm). Replace clamp and/or sleeve if not to specification.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.